On another note, using loads NOT listed in the Savage manual is asking for trouble. If you think you can use any old smokeless powder in the Savage, you are mistaken.

If anyone has questions about the Savage muzzleloaders, they should check out Randy Wakeman's sight. He worked with Savage to develope the muzzleloader and is the person Savage refers customers to for technical advice.

http://randywakeman.com/savage3.htm

Last edited by dmsbandit; 09/14/11.
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